Kendra

Kendra is a British surname of Anglo-Saxon origin. The name Kendra is derived from the Old English personal name "Cyneheard" which means "bold in kin". The surname Kendra is predominantly found in regions with historical Anglo-Saxon influence, such as England.

Origin

The Kendra surname can be traced back to medieval England, with records dating back to the 13th century. The name was adopted as a patronymic surname, indicating a familial relationship to someone named Cyneheard.

Distribution

The Kendra surname is relatively rare in the British Isles, with most occurrences being concentrated in England. The name has not achieved widespread popularity or significant regional clustering, making it a less common surname in comparison to some of the more prevalent British surnames.

Notable Individuals

  • No notable individuals with the surname Kendra are mentioned in historical records or contemporary sources.

In conclusion, the surname Kendra has roots in Anglo-Saxon England and has maintained a presence in the region over the centuries, though it remains a somewhat uncommon surname.

There are approximately 157 people named Kendra in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Kendra.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Andrew
  • Christopher
  • David
  • Kevin
  • Michael
  • Neil
  • Paul
  • Richard
  • Stephen
  • Stuart
  • Thomas

Female

  • Angela
  • Beverley
  • Christine
  • Dorothy
  • Kirsty
  • Lucy
  • Rosaleen
  • Stephanie
  • Susan
  • Sydney
  • Victoria

Similar and related surnames

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